Management Trainee

About the role

Big O Management Trainees perform a variety of store functions while learning management skills and demonstrating increasing proficiency in preparation for managing a Big O Tire Store.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating all aspects of store operations including but not limited to sales, office, and shop management
• Staffing the store with adequate personnel, implementing training programs, and executing all company programs, policies, and procedures
• Setting goals and strategies to ensure the successful accomplishment of budgeted sales goals, gross profit percentages, expense control, and payroll objectives
• Develop and maintain the ability to perform all aspects of store operations including but not limited to shop, sales, office, and management
• Promote sales through explaining the benefits of services and products to customers
• Perform vehicle inspections, print vehicle owner’s manual maintenance requirements, and prioritize and promote needed products and services with customers and management; consistently conduct work order reviews for accuracy
• Shadow the Store Manager to develop and enhance skills with hiring and evaluation processes for location employees and provide input regarding employee performance
• Guide staff in the resolution of difficult questions or customer concerns
• Conduct weekly store meetings to review safety issues, store policies, procedures, and product information changes as required
• Review and analyze profit and loss statements, balance sheets, payroll projections, and company P-card reconciliations
• Ensure prompt and consistent opening and closing of location based on store hours of operation
• Perform financial tasks for the store including accounts payable and receivable, oversight of daily cash handling and coordination and verification of daily bank deposit
• Maintain accurate inventory, through timely receiving assets and orders in the system, daily spot checks, bi-weekly re-order, and a complete physical inventory at the end of the month, reporting any overage or shortage
• Complete any necessary reports or provide information to company personnel as directed in a timely manner
• Recommend and implement merchandising, advertising, and promotions to effectively market product
• Maintain internal and external store appearance to comply with Big O Tires standards
• Properly train new employees and develop the skills of the team
• Clean facilities, tools and equipment and stock shelves
• Timely complete daily Today’s Class Technician and other required training

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• Ability to obtain the state appropriate Motor Vehicle Inspection license within one year of hire
• Ability to learn new concepts and use technical materials
• Strong verbal communication skills, including the ability to speak persuasively and lead team meetings
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, averages and percentages and making change
• Availability to work holidays, weekends, and after regular business hours as needed
• Valid driver’s license for travel between training locations and moving customer vehicles in and out of the shop area
• Ability and willingness to work with hazardous materials
• Ability and willingness to comply with Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) regulations
• Vision, hearing, speech, and the ability to detect odors
• Ability to move and position self to move and retrieve product and supplies from shelves, under counters, or stacks of inventory weighing 75 pounds
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities using time efficiently
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand the English language to communicate with customers, coworkers, and supervisors
• Ability to meet company requirements including successful pre-employment screenings

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Two years or more of experience in the retail or sales industries
• One year or more as a member of the Big O Tires team
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to work at a fast pace
• Ability to effectively lead and motivate a team
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Sales abilities
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities using time efficiently
• Ability to perform detail work with accuracy

Skills

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Two years or more of experience in the retail or sales industries
• One year or more as a member of the Big O Tires team
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to work at a fast pace
• Ability to effectively lead and motivate a team
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Sales abilities
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities using time efficiently
• Ability to perform detail work with accuracy

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to invest in you! We offer a comprehensive benefits structure for regular full-time positions, including competitive wages, paid time off, paid company holidays, and the opportunity for eligible employees to share in company success through profit sharing and/or performance incentives. Health benefits include medical, dental, vision, an employee assistance program and company-paid life insurance, and short- and long-term disability. Our retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with a company match offering pre-tax and Roth options.

About MFA Petroleum Company

MFA Petroleum is a subsidiary of MFA Oil Company, a farmer-owned cooperative founded in 1929. MFA Petroleum operates Break Time convenience stores in Missouri and a Big O Tires franchise in Missouri, Arkansas, and Kansas. MFA Oil supplies fuels, lubricants, and propane to customers in Missouri, Arkansas, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Oklahoma, and Tennessee. MFA Oil also operates BluSphere Energy, a solar panel installation company, and APM, a wholesale fuel distributor.

Company Culture

The core values of MFA Oil are aligned with our purpose and are the cornerstones upon which our culture is built. Put Customers First, Respect Everyone – Demonstrate high regard or show special attention to customers, coworkers, vendors… everyone you come in contact with. Provide Excellent Service – Go the extra mile to ensure our customers are happy and satisfied with our products and services. Deliver on Your Promises – Do what you say you are going to do, when you say you are going to do it. Every time. Be Tenacious Give Your Best – Always give your best effort and seek to improve every day. Never Settle – Settling can lead to compromising on effort and quality of work. Find a way forward and don’t settle for “It can’t be done.” Work Passionately – Passion accelerates your abilities, propels you to overcome obstacles and shows customers and co-workers that you care. Lead by Example Do the Right Thing – When we let honesty and integrity be our guide, we will always be headed in the right direction. Take Ownership – Each of us must be accountable for ourselves, our colleagues, our customers and our company. Act with Empathy – When we recognize and understand each other’s challenges, we communicate better and grow stronger as a team. GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT We believe there’s always room to learn and grow, from entry-level employees to senior leaders. Opportunities exist for internal advancement and professional development including on-the-job training. Educational expense assistance is available for employees seeking to continue their education ambitions aligned with their employment within the company.